Making Peace with Canadian Geese

Canada geese can be incredibly destructive to gardens. They are large—weighing up to 14 pounds—aggressive, and ravenously hungry. One gardener assumed that with two acres of lush pasture, geese would leave his fruit trees alone. To his surprise, they devoured his blueberries, pineapple guava, hazelnuts, and peach plants. They even stripped his Satsuma citrus trees, yanking immature fruit right off the branches, and ate his banana plants down to the stalk. For more insights on seasonal timing and prevention, check out our guides on how to get ready for when the geese are coming and how to prepare for the Canada goose migration.

Some gardeners have tried all manner of "homespun" goose deterrents to save their crops, ranging from rubber snakes and firecrackers to pellet guns and slingshots. One homeowner even placed floating alligator decoys in his pond, while another used a small, remote-controlled truck disguised as a dog. Needless to say, these unconventional deterrents rarely succeed. Furthermore, harming geese, disturbing their nests, or using lethal means is not only largely ineffective but also illegal in many areas. The ideal way to protect your garden is to use professional-grade, humane goose deterrents.

Scarecrows: Effective Water-Based Goose Control

Using water as a means of goose control is highly effective and completely harmless. Since you can't stand in your garden 24/7 with a hose in hand, the best solution is the Bird B Gone Scarecrow. This motion-sensor-activated device blasts invading geese with a harmless spray of water the moment they approach your fruits and vegetables. Scarecrows connect easily to a standard garden hose and cover a 1,200-square-foot area (35 feet out and 45 feet wide). The sensitivity and spray pattern are easily adjusted, acting as a day/night sentry that remains ever-vigilant in protecting your garden. These units are built to work for up to 6 months, delivering thousands of firings on a single 9-volt battery.

Sonic Deterrents: Sounds Geese Fear

Bird B Gone's Bird Chase Super Sonic scares the heck out of even the most determined geese. It broadcasts pre-recorded distress and predator calls that convince the birds that their flock is under attack. These threatening calls last for two minutes and repeat every 10 minutes. The sounds are designed to resemble natural bird calls to humans, so they won't disturb your pets or neighbors. A built-in speaker covers an entire acre of land. This device is built tough for outdoor use and is housed in a weather-resistant, UV-protected case. A handy volume control lets you adjust the output intensity, and you can program the device to automatically shut off at night.

Professional Bird Control Assistance

Bird B Gone is the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of bird control products, providing effective and humane solutions for a bird-free environment. We offer expert advice, training, and installation services for those who need help with these and other essential bird control measures.